The Noose
The Noose

The Noose

2007 9 Seasons 99 Episodes ⭐ 10.0 Comedy

The Noose is a parody of local news programmes such as News 5 Tonight, with fictional news reports and a presentation mimicking that of the real news. For example, every episode of News 5 Tonight begins with a CGI clock indicating the time, while every episode of the first two seasons of The Noose would spoof it by displaying the time using something more mundane, such as a plastic clock hanging on a wall. At the beginning of every episode, there is a candid disclaimer telling the viewer that the stories are not true. Each episode stars Michelle Chong, Chua En Lai, Alaric Tay and Suhaimi Yusof, with various actors and actresses as newscasters and interviewees, often with parodic mannerisms and names.

The Noose is a parody of local news programmes such as News 5 Tonight, with fictional news reports and a presentation mimicking that of the real news. For example, every episode of News 5 Tonight begins with a CGI clock indicating the time, while every episode of the first two seasons of The Noose would spoof it by displaying the time using something more mundane, such as a plastic clock hanging on a wall. At the beginning of every episode, there is a candid disclaimer telling the viewer that the stories are not true. Each episode stars Michelle Chong, Chua En Lai, Alaric Tay and Suhaimi Yusof, with various actors and actresses as newscasters and interviewees, often with parodic mannerisms and names.

Seasons & Episodes

EP 1

Episode 1

Mental health awareness gets a boost, a GST hike is expected and a new type of surgery is performed with success.

EP 2

Episode 2

Singapore guns to join the space race, elders hijack video game arcades and vigilance on terrorism increases.

EP 3

Episode 3

Orchard Towers may be set for demolition while crime rages throughout Singapore, not helped by cartels investing in the

EP 4

Episode 4

Apple sues local electronics giant OhSeem for copyright infringement, a bullfighting ring is set to be built and the lis

EP 5

Episode 5

2 December 2007 ERP prices are jacked up, Singapore Airlines makes a strange request and a lady trespasses into a studio

EP 6

Episode 6

The end of the weekend is near, the retirement age is raised and a new taxi operator is set up to provide budget taxi se

EP 7

Episode 7

Orchard Road is slated for a makeover, a day in the life of a British expatriate road sweeper and a new type of breast a

EP 8

Episode 8

The Cleanest Estate Competition is planned to be restarted, clubs under fire for discrimination due to looks and an unde

EP 9

Episode 9

Global warming is the word on the street, a mass tissue paper recall sends Singaporeans into hysteria and the worst food

EP 1

Episode 1

Two clashing general goods stores fight for sudsy supremacy, the HERP-S system is implemented and aggrieved employers of

EP 2

Episode 2

Car owners beeline for gas stations to fill up, The Noose attempts to win an award and Adrianna Wow attempts to sell bee

EP 3

Episode 3

The National Stadium remains standing despite closing over a year ago, Singaporeans complain a lot and a local hotel get

EP 4

Episode 4

Maids get a rigorous training school, the rising cost of rice and how Singaporeans are coping with the effects of the re

EP 5

Episode 5

Protesting at Hong Lim Park just got a lot easier, university orientation games come under fire for being inappropriate

EP 1

Episode 1

A man takes the Urban Redevelopment Authority to court and wins, a fishball fixing conspiracy is the word on the street

EP 2

Episode 2

Taxi drivers are forced to learn French, Disney is on a legal rampage and nonsensical names are deemed nonsensical.

EP 3

Episode 3

A new form of cheap lodging opens in Singapore, the Singapore Government criminalizes the prediction of winning lottery

EP 4

Episode 4

The Republic of Singapore Navy denies the existence of transforming boat-mechs, a new sprinter identification scheme is

EP 5

Episode 5

The humble coffee shop: a great place to learn new things, a ban on Singlish leaves Singaporeans literally speechless an

EP 6

Episode 6

Jurong braces for the landfall of Typhoon Tanter.

EP 7

Episode 7

A new scheme by entrepreneurs to cash in on gamblers, hawkers come up with ingenious ways to prevent food poisoning outb

EP 8

Episode 8

Rugby gets a bad rap, a new university is planned and a local group proposes solutions to narrow the rich-poor divide.

EP 9

Episode 9

Geylang gets a world-class attraction, the Government attempts to lessen the divorce rate and Sentosa attempts to secede

EP 10

Episode 10

MediaCorp comes under scrutiny, villains are targeting Singapore as a training ground and the mantra of spare the rod an

EP 1

Episode 1

A loan shark runner is wanted for an award, a debate on proper parenting and one man's thoughts on an apparently biased

EP 2

Episode 2

Meet our new correspondent, Rose Pok, from Hong Kong and hear when she has to say on THE NOOSE. Jacques Ooi investigates

EP 3

Episode 3

Malaysia's use for a land parcel is revealed, new penalties for errant monkey feeders and North Korean leaders get waste

EP 4

Episode 4

Traditional barbers try to make a cut in modern Singapore, the retirement age is raised again and a new scheme is enacte

EP 5

Episode 5

North Korean leader Kim Chiong Hil and his entourage make a historic state visit to Singapore.

EP 6

Episode 6

MediaCorp looks for a new CEO, errant book non-returners face the wrath of the National Library Board and Barbarella ple

EP 7

Episode 7

A shady Nigerian company sets up offices in Singapore, a ninja auntie is on the loose and a new tax is proposed.

EP 8

Episode 8

Females may soon get more equality in Singapore, a possible case of domestic dispute in Yishun and there exists Singapor

EP 9

Episode 9

A website launched to get lottery numbers from car accidents is launched, aggrieved condominium residents believe Singap

EP 10

Episode 10

A possible conspiracy where hawker stalls have fake queuers is unearthed, Tom Cruise is interviewed by The Noose and Sin

EP 11

Episode 11

The Noose sues its own production company, condominium guards under fire for their perceived shoddy standards and the Mi

EP 12

Episode 12

MediaCorp conducts a talent search for a new soccer television show, aggrieved employees are suing their former employer

EP 13

Episode 13

Malaysian politicians attempt to curb the flow of Malaysians to Singapore's casinos, an award-winning Hollywood director

EP 1

Episode 1

It was a year in which words like repent and curry brought out some pretty strong feelings amongst Singaporeans, a year

EP 2

Episode 2

In this hilarious episode, Singapore is to return all Malaysians living here following the expiry of a little known loan

EP 3

Episode 3

In this episode, laugh out loud as new Citizens attend mandatory assimilation classes; panda bears get distinctively loc

EP 4

Episode 4

In this hilarious episode, NS enlistees find out they may soon be allowed to bring their maids to camp while several top

EP 5

Episode 5

The Noose team reports on the government taking measures to tackle the problem of staring amongst youth in Singapore by

EP 6

Episode 6

It has finally happened! Terry finally said “NO” to Leticia and this has caused the celebrity couple to break up. Wi

EP 7

Episode 7

It's Valentine Day and the nation rallies to bring the Singapore’s most celebrated couple - Leticia and Terry - back t

EP 8

Episode 8

The Noose team reports on finding a clean coffeeshop toilet in Singapore and a growing number of youths here considering

EP 9

Episode 9

The high cost of COEs has driven many Singaporeans to consider alternative mode of transportation. The spiraling rise in

EP 10

Episode 10

Men who carry their girlfriends’ handbags and purses, is their masculinity compromised? And The Ministry Without Portf

EP 11

Episode 11

The Noose investigates the worldwide conspiracy theory to save only the rich and wealthy from the end of the world and t

EP 12

Episode 12

In this hilarious episode, a nation rallies to bring Leticia and Terry back together again as the Ministry without Portf

EP 13

Episode 13

Laugh out loud as the Noose Team finds out how telling off a litter bug almost lands one man in the ICU. Plus news of a

EP 1

Episode 1

The season kicks off with the introduction of a new face in the studio, news anchor Xin Huahua, a talent poached from CC

EP 2

Episode 2

COE prices are on the rise and the authorities decide to introduce a creative, new initiative to help cool down demand f

EP 3

Episode 3

Is the PSLE good for students or not? One parent can’t make up her mind. Some public agencies are accused of making us

EP 4

Episode 4

One academic thinks Singaporeans are actually an alien race form known as the Vulcans. Minister Esmond Wan explains why

EP 5

Episode 5

This episode sees the introduction of The Noose's new Australian correspondent, Kevin Kang Ah Roo. A tycoon is sued by h

EP 6

Episode 6

Singapore decides to export talent for a change. Meanwhile one foreigner's talents are headed for Changi Prison. And Kev

EP 7

Episode 7

ERP gantries may soon offer you a one of a kind gaming opportunity. Smokers will soon have to go to another country to h

EP 8

Episode 8

A new language class is introduced to help foreigners speak like Singaporeans. A local filmmaker gets flak for his contr

EP 9

Episode 9

A local university is pioneering a degree course for young Singaporeans wanting to be hawkers. One young couple wants to

EP 1

Episode 1

1) Happiness… now available at a foreign worker dormitory near you. 2) It's the baby event of the year and people on b

EP 2

Episode 2

1) Doing good for others…you can bet on these guys to do just that 2) That's my space… KTV hostess Lulu gets into a

EP 3

Episode 3

1) Telemarketers take to the streets in a fight to survive 2) Getting a flat before the marriage… but are you sure you

EP 4

Episode 4

1) Move over Serangoon Road, MediaCorp bites back with its own international standard drama series 2) Casino entrance le

EP 5

Episode 5

1) Want to keep a pet? Make sure you have a child first as new rules for baby shy Singaporeans kick in. 2) Singapore's r

EP 6

Episode 6

1) Singapore's public transport operators are adding new busses to their fleets but are they congesting the roads even m

EP 7

Episode 7

1) Singapore is the most expensive city in the world, but what does it mean for ordinary Singaporeans? 2) Take the bus,

EP 8

Episode 8

1) Power to the teachers… a coalition of parents want to give teachers the fear factor again. 2) Sir, may I drive your

EP 9

Episode 9

1) A Malaysian Minister's visit to Singapore is marred by one breakdown after another. 2) Students are giving teachers a

EP 10

Episode 10

1) Traffic offenders beware… the land transport agency now has ultra-hi-tech stealth capabilities. 2) With more women

EP 11

Episode 11

1) She helped to build a train station and now she will enjoy the benefits of the Pioneer generation package. 2) Violent

EP 12

Episode 12

1) A dead crocodile raises a stink amongst foodies and conservationists. 2) Construction companies feel the heat as the

EP 13

Episode 13

In the season finale of The Noose, Noose reporters Adrianna Wow and B.B See find out the reason why Singaporeans receive

EP 1

Episode 1

The value of your flat could buy you two European cars, so don't complain. The Noose tracks down Cheryl and her friends

EP 2

Episode 2

Scientists are baffled by the silence of the birds at Hong Lim Park. KTV hostess Lulu has been roped in to help the pand

EP 3

Episode 3

The Noose talks to two civil defence officers who were filmed thrashing up their dormitory fir their side of the story.

EP 4

Episode 4

To drink or not to drink… The Noose finds out how the new alcohol consumption restrictions have affected the local par

EP 5

Episode 5

Drugs, gunshots, drama… the ghetto that is Orange Grove Road. Singapore goes on a charm offensive to woo more tourists

EP 6

Episode 6

They're supposed to be talent, but some foreigners are just not the brightest crayons in the box. Singapore's women are

EP 7

Episode 7

Forget the South China Sea, this couple from China want world domination through karaoke. Youth in Singapore are running

EP 8

Episode 8

Taxi drivers get payback on psycho passengers with their in-vehicle cameras. Sensitive Singaporeans are rushing to make

EP 9

Episode 9

The Walking Dead… now a reality in Singapore. Pick up after your pet or face the wrath of a new crack unit of dog poo

EP 10

Episode 10

You've heard of boxing as a sport, now pay attention to cardboard boxing. Made in China… but is it made safe for you?

EP 11

Episode 11

Jurong residents are in a state of shock after a failed UNESCO world heritage site bid. The price is right… across the

EP 12

Episode 12

Say what… you'll need to take classes to understand what young people are saying these days. SG50 this SG50 that… bu

EP 13

Episode 13

Nice try, you clown… a teen tries to pass his crime off as a prank. Tai-tais go head to head on Instagram to claim bra

EP 14

Episode 14

The Noose SG50 special revisits some of the classic stories of seasons past. From the plight of taxi drivers having to l

EP 1

Episode 1

After a year-long hiatus, The Noose is finally back for its ninth season. Our top stories – Singaporeans are going cra

EP 2

Episode 2

Minister-at-large Esmond Wan throws his hat into the ring for the role of Prime Minister, believing he has what it takes

EP 3

Episode 3

Recommendations to revise the criteria for Singapore presidential nominees have been put forth and many are keen to find

EP 4

Episode 4

It is Christmas week and The Noose is full of festive cheer! Our top stories include an exposé on sugar, hipsters propp

EP 5

Episode 5

As we come to the end of the year, The Noose looks back on some of the biggest stories of 2016. With the mandate that ou

EP 6

Episode 6

The Noose kicks off the new year with a very special episode, featuring characters from long-form drama Tanglin. We inve

EP 7

Episode 7

After years of focus groups and tasks forces, authorities have figured out how to stop our MRT trains from breaking down

EP 8

Episode 8

A new breed of taxi drivers are carving a niche for themselves in Singapore's transport industry. Homegrown talents just

EP 9

Episode 9

Tragedy strikes as Minister Esmond Wan passes out during a ministerial meeting. Jurong resident Shaquanda find herself c

EP 10

Episode 10

The Singapore-Kuala Lumpur high speed rail is finally on track so obviously the Noose has to report on the state of bila

EP 11

Episode 11

Love is in the air. Either that or someone let out a grossly unpleasant smell from their body. The Noose finds out what

EP 12

Episode 12

The government rolls out a training course for maids so that kids will not love them more than their parents. Thai footb

EP 13

Episode 13

We've made it to the season finale of The Noose. Honestly, we weren't quite sure that was going to happen. In this episo

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